How2Exit

MARCH 30, 2023

12 Concepts You and I Can Learn About A Great Exit From How2Exit's Interview With Jonathan Brabrand - Author, Entrepreneur, and Expert Advisor. E18 Watch Here Here is what my team and I learned from this interview: (These are notes from team members, writers, sometimes AI, and even listeners who submitted what i learned loosely edited and shared here) - If it seems a bit unrefined, you're reading our notes, so. yeah.

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Trout CPA: M&A

MARCH 29, 2023

Written by Andrew Rice, CPA, CVA , Managing Director of Trout CPA’s Transaction Advisory Services When it comes to selling your business in a merger or acquisition (M&A) transaction, getting the best valuation possible is likely your top priority. But how can you ensure that you're maximizing your business's value in the eyes of potential buyers?

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The Guardian: Mergers & Acquisitions

MARCH 29, 2023

Shell takeover would make Ovo second-largest energy supplier in UK market again Ovo Energy is reportedly planning to make a bid to buy 1.4 million household energy customers from Shell’s UK supply business as the oil company prepares to leave the retail market. Ovo is expected to put forward a takeover offer that would swell its business to 5.4 million customers, according to Sky News, once again making it the second-largest energy supplier in the UK market.

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Wizenius

MARCH 30, 2023

Over-the-top (OTT) companies are quickly becoming a major force in the entertainment industry, offering streaming video and audio content directly to consumers via the internet. But with so much competition in the market, it's important for these companies to have a clear understanding of their revenue and cost structures in order to maximize profitability.

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How2Exit

MARCH 27, 2023

10 Concepts You and I Can Learn About What VC's Want From How2Exit's Interview With Mark Achler - Venture Capitalist E107: Watch Here Here is what my team and I learned from this interview: (These are notes from team members, writers, sometimes AI, and even listeners who submitted what i learned loosely edited and shared here) - If it seems a bit unrefined, you're reading our notes, so. yeah.

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Successful Acquisitions

MARCH 30, 2023

Structure – The Final Variable in Your Selling Equation By Brian Goodhart The final component of Your Selling Equation is Structure. The very word gives me the chills as structure is such a big topic and covers so many potential areas. I often hesitate to treat it as a singular component because it’s just not. However, for the purposes of preparing most business owners for a sale, it is often advantageous to speak of structure in two components: sale type and deal structure.

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Wizenius

MARCH 30, 2023

Alibaba, the e-commerce giant often dubbed as the "Amazon of the East," has announced its plans to split into six different business units. The move comes after facing intense regulatory scrutiny that has affected the company's stock value. In an attempt to create more value, Alibaba's management believes that breaking up the conglomerate into smaller, more focused entities will allow each business unit to thrive independently.

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EthosData Virtual Data Room

MARCH 28, 2023

Opening a data room can seem like a daunting task, but with the right tools and resources, it can be a straightforward process. In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to open a data room so that you can securely share documents with your team and clients.

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4Degrees

MARCH 28, 2023

As a management consultant, you need to be focused on providing top-notch service to your clients and building your network. Relationships are the pillar of most consulting businesses. Knowing how to leverage your network can result in new business, higher client satisfaction, increased retention, and a better reputation within the industry.

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Speaker: Brian Muse-McKenney, Chief Revenue Officer & Matt Simester, Cards and Payments Expert

In today’s world of social media, dating apps, and remote work, businesses risk becoming irrelevant (or getting "ghosted") if they fail to meet the evolving needs of Gen Z consumers. Credit cards with flexible payment options, especially for young adults with little-to-no credit history, are a particularly important and valuable solution for this generation.

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Intrepid Banker Insights

MARCH 28, 2023

Intrepid Investment Bankers Key Takeaways from Expo West 2023 Source: Green Queen Media The Natural Products Expo West trade show in Anaheim, CA was back in full force in 2023, its second year in-person since the 2020 – 2021 pandemic hiatus. The show was heavily attended with over 67,000 participants, however, those impressive numbers are still below the pre-pandemic record of over 80,000 participants.

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Wizenius

MARCH 30, 2023

An Asset Reconstruction Company (ARC) is a specialized financial institution that acquires non-performing assets (NPAs) or distressed assets from banks or financial institutions at a discounted price. The primary business model of an ARC is to resolve these distressed assets and recover value for their investors. The typical business model of an ARC involves four main stages: Acquisition: ARCs acquire distressed assets from banks or financial institutions at a discounted price.

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Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 27, 2023

Selling a business takes work. It is a complex process that involves many steps and can be time-consuming. However, hiring the right business broker can make this process much simpler and more efficient, helping you successfully sell your business faster. Market Knowledge As experienced professionals in business sales, business brokers understand the market and have specialized knowledge about the economy and industry trends that can help you make better decisions when selling your business.

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The Guardian: Mergers & Acquisitions

MARCH 29, 2023

Sergio Ermotti, who stepped down in 2020, will rejoin Swiss bank as it prepares to absorb troubled rival The Swiss bank UBS has announced the surprise return of Sergio Ermotti to oversee the takeover of its rival Credit Suisse, amid global concerns over the stability of the banking industry. Ermotti served as chief executive from 2011 until 2020, overseeing UBS’s recovery from the global financial crisis.

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Speaker: Robbie Bhathal, Founder & CEO, and Matthew Acalin, Head of Credit Intelligence

In today's volatile financial environment, how confident are you in your company’s financial forecasting? To get the most accurate cash predictions that will lead to long-term financial survival, real-time data is critical. Innovative cash management strategies can lead to better credit opportunities, more sustainable growth, and long-term financial prosperity.

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Intrepid Banker Insights

MARCH 28, 2023

Intrepid Investment Bankers Warning Signs Your Business’s Liquidity Needs Attention Mixed signals dominate economic headlines as concerns persist about a recession beginning in 2023, if it has not already begun. The M&A markets became significantly more challenged in the second half of 2022, and deal activity reported by investment bankers and private equity financial buyers has slowed down, with uncertainty and rising financing costs playing prominent roles.

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Wizenius

MARCH 28, 2023

"It's a giant struggle because there's a lot of dry powder for the equity part of private equity deals. What there's not is a lot of leverage for the leverage part of the leveraged buyout" - Scott Barshay, chair of the corporate department at law firm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP Private equity firms are facing a major challenge in the current market: a shortage of available debt financing, or leverage, for the debt portion of leveraged buyout (LBO) deals.

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Barkclays

MARCH 31, 2023

At Barclays’ inaugural ESG Conference in New York City, Global Head of Research Jeff Meli and Senior Energy Research Analyst Lydia Rainforth recorded Episode 53 of The Flip Side live, debating whether ESG investing is helping or hindering the energy transition. At Barclays’ inaugural ESG Conference in New York City, Global Head of Research Jeff Meli and Senior Energy Research Analyst Lydia Rainforth recorded Episode 53 of The Flip Side live, debating whether ESG investing is helping or hindering

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TM Capital

MARCH 29, 2023

TM Capital’s Equipment Rental & Dealer team recently attended CONEXPO-CON/AGG in Las Vegas. Following more than 30 meetings and three days walking the show, our team identified several significant trends shaping the construction and equipment markets. Strong tailwinds, expected by many to be sustained into the foreseeable future as the impact of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law takes hold, continue to propel growth in the construction and infrastructure sectors.

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Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch

MARCH 29, 2023

Earlier this month, the Treasury Department published its explanation of President Biden’s proposed fiscal 2024 budget. We have summarized the tax rate increases, as well as the executive compensation and employee benefits proposals below. These proposals, which are similar to the ones contained in President Biden’s last few budgets, are unlikely to be passed in their current form, especially now given that the House of Representatives is controlled by the GOP.

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Wizenius

MARCH 25, 2023

EBITDA stands for Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization. It is a measure of a company’s operating performance. Adjusted EBITDA is calculated by taking Reported EBITDA and adjusting for any one-off or exceptional items. These adjustments are intended to strip out any one-off/exceptional items which are unrepresentative of the business going forwards.

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Wizenius

MARCH 25, 2023

In a world that is constantly changing, building and maintaining confidence can be a challenge. We may feel overwhelmed by uncertainty and unpredictability, leading to negative self-talk and a sense of self-doubt. However, there are strategies we can use to embrace uncertainty and build confidence in ourselves and our abilities. One of the first steps to building confidence is recognizing that the world is complex and uncertain.

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